The making of a monument: the Office of Woods and its successors at Tintern Abbey
Key Points
The aim is to chronicle the various state bodies involved in the acquisition and management of Tintern Abbey.
Examining historical documents related to state management of Tintern Abbey
Analyzing the roles of the Office of Woods, Office of Works, and Cadw
Exploring the evolution of management practices over time
Outlined the historical timeline of Tintern Abbey's management
Identified key changes in oversight by different state bodies
Highlighted the impact of state management on preservation efforts
Abstract
History of the state's acquisition and management of Tintern Abbey. The activities of various bodies from the Office of Woods etc. to the Office of Works and, now, Cadw are considered.